Klarinet Archive - Posting 000666.txt from 1997/03

From: David McClune <dmcclune@-----.EDU>
Subj: Reeds and soaking
Date: Thu, 20 Mar 1997 10:21:20 -0500

Some liquid must initially soak a reed for it to play. After I is soaked in
water, it is mostly moist "Lung" air which is blown through the mouthpiece
and reed. Even though we continually lick the reed to keep it wet, does the
reed really soak in an excess of saliva? I agree with the advantages of
initial water soaking.
Dr. David McClune
Professor of Clarinet/Band Director
Union University
Jackson, TN 38305
901-661-5294-office